UK News
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Authorities seize £40m worth of cocaine in village pub car parkThe National Crime Agency (NCA) has reported the discovery of half a tonne of cocaine, valued at £40 million, in the car park of a village pub in Lelley, East Yorkshire.Read More...
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Tesco's name origin: unveiling the story behind the iconic supermarket brandFor decades, Tesco has stood as a beacon of convenience for British shoppers, its bold red logo a familiar sight on high streets across the nation. Yet, the true origins of the TescoRead More...
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Thousands still without water in East Sussex for fourth dayIn East Sussex, the repercussions of a burst pipe on Thursday continue to plague thousands of households, leaving them without water for the fourth consecutive day.Read More...
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Labour's surge in local elections adds to Conservative woesIn a series of regional mayoral contests, Sir Keir Starmer and the Labour Party have dealt a significant blow to the Conservative Party, adding to their woes following a challenging set ofRead More...
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King Charles and Queen Camilla assume official patronages previously held by Queen Elizabeth IIFollowing their coronation nearly a year ago, Buckingham Palace has disclosed the outcome of a thorough review regarding the patronages formerly held by the late Queen Elizabeth II.Read More...
Culture
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Pippa Middleton and James Matthews unveil lodge at Bucklebury FarmPippa Middleton and her billionaire husband James Matthews have inaugurated the lodge at Bucklebury Farm Park in Berkshire, offering a venue for parties, events, and Pilates sessions.Read More...
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Five British museums nominated for prestigious arts prizeMuseums across Skipton, Dundee, Manchester, and London are vying for the esteemed title of Museum of the Year 2024.Read More...
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Gustav Klimt portrait sells for £25.7 million at Vienna auctionA long-lost portrait by Gustav Klimt, depicting a young woman, fetched a staggering 30 million euros (£25.7 million) at an auction held in Vienna on Wednesday.Read More...
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Rishi Sunak: remembering those lost in terror attackIn his Passover message to the Jewish community, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak acknowledges the somber reality that "for too many families, there will be empty seats" at the Seder table thisRead More...
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Co-op Live: Manchester's new arena opens with high capacity and ambitionsA monumental addition to Manchester's entertainment landscape, the new £365m Co-op Live arena is poised to claim the title of the largest indoor arena in the UK. Nestled beside ManchesterRead More...
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Brontë birthplace unveils open day prior to renovationThe birthplace of the renowned Brontë sisters is set to welcome visitors for a special glimpse inside before embarking on a significant refurbishment.Read More...
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Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department' smashes Spotify recordTaylor Swift's latest album, "The Tortured Poets Department," has shattered Spotify's record for the most-streamed album in a single day, the platform has announced. Not only did Swift'sRead More...
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Historic London pub, linked to Royalty, ravaged by fire: a heartbreaking lossA renowned London pub, steeped in history dating back possibly to the 16th century, has suffered extensive damage in a devastating fire. The Burn Bullock, a grade II-listed establishmentRead More...
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Salvator Rosa painting stolen from Oxford, recovered in Romania, and returned to UKA painting valued at EUR 2 million, stolen from an art gallery at Oxford University approximately four years ago, has been recovered in Romania and returned to UK judicial authorities,Read More...
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Plans to demolish former Museum of London site put on pauseA last-minute intervention from Levelling Up Secretary Michael Gove has halted plans to demolish the former Museum of London site.Read More...
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June’s London Fashion Week returns with fresh conceptThe British Fashion Council has unveiled an innovative approach for the upcoming London Fashion Week in June, aiming to spark a cultural phenomenon. Set to take place fromRead More...
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London's inaugural Taiwanese culture festival explores island's identity and historyLondon's vibrant Notting Hill district is about to experience a taste of Taiwanese culture with the launch of the 16-day Taiwan Festival on Friday, April 12.Read More...
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Soho showcase: The Art of Banksy unveils London's largest collectionThe largest collection of original Banksy artworks is set to make its debut in London's Soho, featuring over 150 pieces from the enigmatic Bristol-based artist. Opening at 100 CharingRead More...
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World News
The expansion of the UK-New Zealand Youth Mobility and Working Holiday visa schemes takes effect this week, with the age limit rising from 30 to 35.
For the first time at the UN, 69 governments have come together and agreed a call to action statement urging further and faster action to remove known child sexual abuse materials from
The United Kingdom and Singapore committed to lead new advances on government use of data and new technologies, with two new agreements to deepen research and regulatory
Princess Anne, the Princess Royal, received a warm welcome as she arrived in Aachen to open the CHIO Equestrian Festival 2023. The 72-year-old princess, known for her passion for
Jeremy Hunt, Chancellor of the Exchequer, will sign an agreement on financial services cooperation with Commissioner Mairead McGuinness, which will help to establish a constructive, mutually
A small business owner from Western Australia, Aaron Scott, was taken aback when he discovered that $15,000 had vanished from his credit account within minutes due to a malicious hacking
Pakistan's parliament has given its approval to the government's revised budget for the fiscal year 2023-24 in order to meet the conditions set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and
Members of the Armed Forces of Ukraine are learning vital life-saving battlefield skills in the first combat medical training course of its kind to be delivered by the British Army and its
Diplomatic missions visit Turmusaya village and condemn settler violence in the strongest terms.
At least 227 migrants were rescued off Spain's Canary Islands on Thursday, following reports of over 30 deaths of migrants in the same area. The Coast Guard conducted the rescue operation